Calling on Dads! Are you looking for something to whip up with the kids and impress mom?? Look no further. This strawberry dish is very easy to make with little ones and mom will be impressed. Serves one. INGREDIENTS: 7-8 … Continue reading →

I tried this at a friend’s Christmas open house. She had served it spread over Mascarpone cheese, with little crostini to spread it on. I was in heaven. The tart cranberries, with just the right hint of spice and onion … Continue reading →

When the times comes to use up the last tomatoes of the season I start planning for the holidays. I love making homemade gifts and this tomato chutney is a great one, coveted by family and friends. At the inn … Continue reading →

Presentation is everything, well almost everything. The quality of the actual food trumps presentation, but great food poorly presented is a missed opportunity to impress. I am often guilty of this. I put so much effort, hard work, and thought … Continue reading →

Hello friends! This really isn’t a recipe but more a celebration of summer! We have a tiny garden outside of our kitchen door that is just LOADED with mint this summer! All kinds of mint—spearmint, chocolate mint, pineapple mint. Also … Continue reading →

Let’s do the Salsa! Today, May 25th, is the day before Cornell University graduation and while our house is full (and thankfully, usually is), guests want to be out the door in time for the Convocation. Rather than our served … Continue reading →

Starting to miss herbs already! We’re very fortunate to have the amount of “yard” that we do. We’re on a corner in downtown Ithaca and just love our location. And, I just love our yard. At the north side of … Continue reading →

A while ago a guest asked for the recipe of this cake that I love baking and serving for breakfast. It’s the perfect complement to an omelet or baked eggs. INGREDIENTS 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature (more to … Continue reading →

According to a friend’s post on Facebook, today is International Bacon Day. As far as I’m concerned, EVERY day should be International Bacon Day. What’s not to love about bacon? Here are just a few of my favorite … Continue reading →